Science and philanthropy: Wickliffe rose and the International Education Board

Kohler meticulously traces Wickliffe Rose's leadership of the International Education Board, an initiative generously funded by the Rockefeller Foundation. The article demonstrates how strategic science philanthropy significantly shaped global scientific institutions and research infrastructure during the early 20th century. Kohler highlights the pivotal role of private funds in advancing academic science, underscoring how philanthropic vision and investment can catalyze groundbreaking research and establish enduring scientific frameworks. This historical account illustrates the profound and lasting impact that targeted philanthropic efforts can have on the development and internationalization of scientific endeavors.